Sue the rascals
Article Abstract:
The recent award of $105 million to the plaintiffs against General Motors in a product liability case has brought about new demands for limits in liability cases. In truth, liability suit numbers are decreasing, but some limits on pain and suffering damages would be a good idea.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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Not guilty
Article Abstract:
Former Vice Pres Dan Quayle wrongly asserted that product liability lawsuits are damaging competitiveness by costing companies $300 billion a year. However, lawsuits such as the one brought against General Motors discourage companies from introducing new technologies.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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Why Jose's dream-car matters: General Motors and Volkswagen
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General Motors Corp has accused Lopez of taking secret plans for a small car and innovative cost-cutting measures with him to Volkswagen. Lopez helped GM institute money saving programs involving low-cost production and cutting back on suppliers' time and funds.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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